CR7 6BT is a mixed residential area on Keston Road, 0.6km from Thornton Heath in Croydon. Administratively it sits within West Thornton ward and the Croydon North constituency.
For families considering a move, CR7 6BT represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £417k, down 16.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CR7 6BT are sourced from Output Area E00005905 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KESTON ROAD, CR7 6BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KESTON ROAD, CR7 6BT.
296
38
£ 51,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines CR7 6BT — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 38 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending down 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR7 6BT. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 408,000
8 sales · Mean £ 405,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CR7 6BT is moderate at 68 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Paxton Academy Sports And Science
West Thornton Primary School
Gonville Academy
Elmwood Infant School
Elmwood Junior School
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
Ecclesbourne Primary School
Winterbourne Boys' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
54 nearby- Seven Stars Cash & Carry0.9 km
- The Range0.9 km
- Shaiuk1 Ltd0.9 km
- A & B Halal Butcher0.5 km
- Anthony Food & Wine0.5 km
- + 49 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- ASKI0.9 km
- Beijing Noodles / Burrito & Tequila0.5 km
- China Red0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Kebabi0.4 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Bensham Local0.8 km
- M & S Simply Foods At Croydon University Hospital0.6 km
- The Little Cheap Booze Store0.5 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Chicken Hut0.6 km
- Dominic's Pizza0.6 km
- Hong Kong Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Master's Kebab Takeaway0.9 km
- Sambal Express1.0 km
- + 25 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Stonebridge Lodge Hotel0.7 km
- Cedars House Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Golden Lion0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thornton Heath1.5 km
- West Croydon1.7 km
- Selhurst1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: CR76BT · Data under Open Government Licence